brush
noun
an implement consisting of bristles, hair, or the like, set in or attached to a handle, used for painting, cleaning, polishing, grooming, etc.
are brushing
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present progressiveof brush.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The evidence suggests most Republicans are brushing off the intramural criticism.
From Slate ● Mar. 23, 2026
Dr Chris suggests rinsing your mouth with water after eating to get rid of some acid and then waiting at least 30 minutes if you are brushing after breakfast.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2025
On Thursday, the National Weather Service is predicting some sun with a high of 58 degrees, which will gradually increase through the week until we are brushing up against 70 degrees on Sunday.
From Seattle Times ● May 18, 2022
Given the lack of mosquitoes, most visitors are brushing off any concerns.
From Reuters ● Aug. 8, 2016
You can keep a book open before you when you are brushing your hair.
From T. Tembarom by Frances Hodgson Burnett
